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Hotel Mac Rae

2.5 star property
Hotel near Catalina Island Golf Course in Avalon

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Ocean View Queen | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Lobby
Miscellaneous
Terrace/patio
View from property

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
409 Crescent Avenue, PO Box 246, Avalon, CA, 90704
  • Catalina Island Visitor Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Catalina Island Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Catalina Island Golf Course
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Courtyard Double | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Courtyard Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 177 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Patio Double Twin | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Patio Double Twin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Patio Double Double | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Patio Double Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Ocean View Queen | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Ocean View Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ocean View King | View from property

Ocean View King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Courtyard Queen | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Courtyard Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Courtyard King | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Courtyard King

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Avalon

Heart of Avalon.With a stay at this Avalon hotel, you'll be steps from Catalina Island Visitor Center and Avalon Pier. Three Palms Avalon Arcade and Catalina Island Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Catalina Island Visitor Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Catalina Island Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Avalon Port - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Catalina Casino - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Catalina Island Golf Course - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co. - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Mac Rae

Hotel near Catalina Island Golf Course in Avalon
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hotel Mac Rae also features a vending machine, a microwave in a common area, and a water dispenser.

This Avalon hotel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Hotel Mac Rae offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with satellite channels.

This Avalon hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English

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Exterior

Catalina Canyon Inn

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 1,037 reviews
$245 nightly
The price is $275
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Mac Rae have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Mac Rae.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Mac Rae?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Mac Rae on Jul 30, 2025 start from $278.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How close is Hotel Mac Rae to the beach?

This hotel is 2.1 mi (14-min drive) from Hamilton Beach and 6.8 mi (68-min drive) from Bannings Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Mac Rae offer free breakfast?

Hotel Mac Rae offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Mac Rae?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Catalina Casino (9-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Mac Rae?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hotel Mac Rae?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Mac Rae have a pool?

Hotel Mac Rae does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Mac Rae have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Mac Rae to downtown Avalon?

Hotel Mac Rae is 0.1 mi away from Avalon.

Hotel Mac Rae Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 461 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 333 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1006 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

avg property - good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really convenient and great place to stay! Daniel had really great customer service. Really appreciate it!! Definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean and have everything needed. Love the patio Thanks to Daniel for making our stay PERFECT!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s old but nice. Our room was small but really nice. It was built in the 1920s but it does not show it. The upkeep is good. It was clean and comfortable. Staff was great. Got there early to drop off our bags and we where accommodated and even got into our room early.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was a little small but awesome that it was oceanfront and right on the boardwalk
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Enas

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is overpriced for what it is. The one positive is the location. Very old rooms, uncomfortable bed, thin walls, no view, rude staff, poor breakfast AND OVERPRICED. Pictures are deceiving. Would not recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Abdulrahman

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

cong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, super convenient spot. Everything is walking distance. 10 min walk from the port when you dock. Good food in the area and fun night life, bars, and Keroke.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was centrally located. The front desk was nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach front location in Avalon, Catalina Island. Only a few minutes walk from the ferry terminal. Very convenient! The best part of our stay was Daniel in the office. So kind and accommodating, great customer service, very friendly and knowledgeable. Continental breakfast items are available at 7AM. Our room was just around the corner from the breakfast location and it was a little noisy before 7AM. We were also directly across from the luggage hold area which was also a bit noisy. In future I would request a room farther from the office because of the noise level. The 2 flights of stairs (only access from street level) are steep and treacherous with heavy luggage. If you are a person with a disability, you might prefer another hotel. All those things aside, we enjoyed our stay. Especially the luggage hold option, free water, and restroom availability after we checked out, before ferry departure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

MARIA VICTORIA, san diego

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has the best location and affordable. My husband and I traveled during January so it was very quiet but overall nice getaway and we were close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

victoria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love this hotel! easy access and cute
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Abraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed at Mac Rae twice now and I can say every single time has been very enjoyable super close to the ferry drop off! Daniel is great he’s helped us both times we’ve been there and will definitely be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

william, Ojai

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sridhar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the stay in Hotel Mac Rae and the beautiful Catalina island surroundings, very near to Avalon Catalina Express.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wheeler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not updated for price we paid .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Catalina Gem

Loved it! The front desk receptionist who checked us in was amazing, he gave us many recommendations and greeted us each time we walked into the hotel! Although the room was older, it was VERY clean, quiet and comfortable. Location was perfect! My only critique is the wifi really didn’t work most of our stay and the TV was very small with cable that would frequently disconnect. Overall, would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025